Milwaukee M18 FCHS Manual Original página 28

Note It is recommended to use a vegetable based chain oil when
pruning trees. Mineral oil may harm trees. Never use waste oil
automotive oil, or very thick oils. These could damage the chain
saw.Clear surface around the oil cap to prevent contamination.
1. Unscrew and remove the cap from the oil tank.
2. Pour the oil into the oil tank and monitor the oil level gauge.
3. Put the oil cap back on and tighten it up. Wipe away any spillage.
Holding the chain saw
Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle. Grip both handles with the
thumbs and ngers encircling the handles.
Starting the chain saw
Before starting the chain saw, you should install the battery pack
in the chain saw and make sure the chain brake is in run position by
pulling the chain brake lever/hand guard toward the front handle.
Starting the chain saw
Checking and operating the chain brake
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Engage the chain brake by rotating your left hand around the front
handle. Allow the back of your hand to push the chain brake lever/
hand guard toward the bar while the chain is rotating rapidly. Be
sure to maintain both hands on the saw handles at all times.
Reset the chain brake back into the run position by grasping the top
of the chain brake lever/hand guard and pulling toward the front
handle until you hear a click.
WARNING! If the chain brake does not stop the chain imme-
diately, or if the chain brake will not stay in the run position
without assistance, bring the chain saw to an MILWAUKEE
service station for repair prior to use.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Always lightly oil the chain when storing to prevent rust. Always
empty the oil tank when storing to prevent leakage.
Stop the machine, remove the battery, and allow it to cool before
storing or transporting.
Clean all foreign materials from the machine. Store the machine in
a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to child-
ren.Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and
de-icing salts. Do not store outdoors.
Fit the guide bar cover before storing the machine or during
transportation.
For transportation in vehicles, secure the machine against
movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the
machine.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee
spare parts. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, contribute
to poor performance, and may void your warranty.
Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee spare parts.
Should components need to be replaced which have not been
described, please contact one of our Milwaukee service agents (see
our list of guarantee/service addresses).
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WARNING! Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only be a quali ed service technician.
For service, we suggest you bring the machine to your nearest
MILWAUKEE service station for repair. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.WARNING!Remove the battery before
adjustment, maintenance or cleaning. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.You may only make adjustments
or repairs described in this manual. For other repairs, contact the
authorised service agent.
Consequences of improper maintenance may cause the chain brake
and other safety features to not function correctly, thus increasing
the potential for serious injury.
Keep your chain saw professionally maintained and safe. • Sharpe-
ning the chain safely is a skilled task. Therefore, the manufacturer
strongly recommends that a worn or dull chain is replaced with
a new one, available at your MILWAUKEE service agent. The part
number is available in the product speci cation table in this
manual.
Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension checking and
adjustment.
After each use, clean the machine with a soft dry cloth.
Remove any chips, dirt and debris in the battery bay.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for security
to ensure the machine is in safe working condition. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an MILWAU-
KEE service station.
Replacing the guide bar and saw chain
Wear protective gloves.
1. Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
2. Remove the chain cover.
3. Put the chain in the correct direction onto the bar and make
sure that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
4. Attach the bar to the chain saw and loop the chain around the
drive sprocket.
5. Replace the chain cover and bar mounting nuts.
6. Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free to
move for chain tension adjustment.
7. Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the "Adjusting chain tension"
section.
8. Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the bar mounting
nuts securely.
WARNING! A dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause
excessive motor speed during cutting which may result in
severe motor damage.
WARNING! Improper chain sharpening increases the poten-
tial of kickback.
WARNING! Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can
cause serious injury.
WARNING! The saw chain is sharp. Always wear protective
gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.
Inspecting and cleaning the chain brake
Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean by lightly brushing
the linkage free from dirt.
Always test the chain brake performance after cleaning.
Refer to "Checking and operating the chain brake" section in this
manual for additional information.